Description

Sodium Naphthalide is a highly reactive organosodium compound primarily used as a powerful reducing agent and initiator in polymerization reactions. Its strong electron-donating properties make it a critical reagent for the synthesis of specialty polymers and for facilitating challenging chemical reductions in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to drive complex anionic polymerization processes.

Application

• Anionic Polymerization Initiator: A key catalyst for the production of styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR), polybutadiene, and other synthetic elastomers with controlled microstructure.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a strong reducing agent for dehalogenation reactions and the generation of reactive carbanions in multi-step synthetic pathways.
• Electrode Material Production: Used in the synthesis and modification of carbon-based materials and conductive polymers for battery and energy storage applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Facilitates the construction of complex molecular frameworks in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development.
• Research & Development: Serves as a fundamental tool in academic and industrial research for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Naphthalide
CAS No.	3481-12-7
Molecular Formula	C10H8Na
Molecular Weight	151.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Naphthalenide; Naphthalene, Sodium Derivative; Naphthalenesodium; 1-Naphthylsodium; Sodium Naphthalene Radical Anion; Sodium Salt of Naphthalene
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Quality Control

Our Sodium Naphthalide is manufactured under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high reactivity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay by titration and identification by FT-IR spectroscopy, to verify chemical identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability. Keep away from moisture, air, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to black solid or suspension
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	Min. 95% (as Sodium Naphthalide)
Solvent (if supplied as solution)	Specified (e.g., THF, DME)
Concentration (if solution)	Specified (e.g., 0.5M, 1.0M in THF)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.